Bulgaria Implements Temporary Measures Against Whooping Cough Epidemic

In response to the threat of a whooping cough epidemic, Bulgaria has enacted temporary anti-epidemic measures aimed at curbing the spread of the disease. The measures, which came into effect today and will remain in place until the end of July, include free PCR testing for diagnosis in key cities such as Sofia, Plovdiv, Varna, Pleven, and Stara Zagora.

Under the directive issued by the Minister of Health, individuals diagnosed with whooping cough and their contacts will be subject to prescribed isolation and treatment protocols, lasting until recovery but not exceeding 30 days....